What Were Terms of Cease-fire Plan Upset by MacArthur
An editorial questions the March 24 MacArthur cease-fire bid to meet the enemy in the field and work out a peace based on UN aims in Korea. It argues the move aligned with UN goals to unify Korea under a free government and challenges claims it upset any diplomatic plan. It asks what terms diplomats were forming and whether disclosure would embarrass the administration.
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Truman defends MacArthur from dismissal motives
The article outlines President Truman's resistant stance over a year regarding General MacArthur, detailing praise, the Wake Island ceremony, and private messages. It analyzes the March 24 Chinese armistice demand, the Joint Chiefs’ role, and claims about 14-nation peace terms, Formosa policy, and the Senate inquiry’s potential revelations.
Use the Trash Box Campaign to Clean Long Beach
The piece urges residents to adopt daily tidying habits by returning items to proper places and using wastebaskets to keep the city clean. It promotes a citywide spring clean-up and a year-round Use the Trash Box Campaign to boost civic morale and a healthier environment with individual accountability.
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Long Beach
Public urged to keep pressure on smog control efforts
During a visit to Long Beach the official Gordon Larson, director of the Air Pollution Control District, urged continued public complaints and vigilance on smog. He warned that if people relax and accept conditions, progress may stall, though he sees sustained public encouragement as a long range path forward.
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Air Pollution Control District
Longe Beach
UN approves global embargo on war goods to Red China
The United Nations Assembly votes 47 to 0 to sanction a global embargo on shipments of war materials to Red China, signaling a major sanctions move. Russia abstains, Middle East and Asiatic bloc abstain. U S Congress aligns by tightening laws against aid to nations shipping war materials to the Soviet bloc. This marks a milestone in using economic pressure to curb aggression.
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Greece and Turkey in NATO Likely as Opposition Fades
DEWITT MAC KENZIE says Britain Norway and Denmark show less resistance to including Greece and Turkey in NATO. The U S shifted from initial opposition to backing two way protection offering bases in the eastern flank. Washington cites psychological security and practical need for bases as key reasons for possible inclusion.
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Turkey
Greece
Uncle Sam
Russia
Moscow
Greece and Turkey Seen Key in Western Defense Pact
The piece discusses Greece and Turkey joining Atlantic defense arrangements. Maj. Gen. Reuben E. Jenkins praises Greece's army as the best trained in western Europe with nearly 500,000 ready for service. It argues Turkey could be a strong asset if restructured and equipped, potentially immobilizing parts of Russia. Observers foresee possible pact inclusion despite objections.
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United States
Reuben E. Jenkins
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Europe
Russia
The Good Old Mary-Nan A Boatowner’s Spring Postscript
An aging boat owner reflects on preparing the Mary-Nan for another season as spring arrives and friends fail to help polish brass or crew the yacht. He recalls mechanical battles, long repairs, and the affection he feels for the vessel despite the challenges of aging and fading help.
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JUST FOLKS by E. A. Guest
A short verse extols the meaning of being American, praising devotion to liberty, faith, trust, and brotherhood. It defends the term against sneers, asserting courage and noble aims, and declares it glorious to be truly American.
Long Beach Relatives Targeted for Aged Aid Recovery
Ten years ago this week Los Angeles County prepared to file civil actions against legally responsible relatives of aged aid recipients to recover about 100000 dollars advanced to elderly persons in previous years. The note references past local fiscal actions and ongoing prosecutions.
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Los Angeles County
Public Forum Subscription Rates and Letters to the Editor
Readers respond on atomic energy prospects and public policy. Miss Genevieve Stuart praises AEC work and big builders while Mrs M Smith critiques press coverage. HAL McKeever disputes racing news bans and bloodhound idea from Grace Oswald prompts reader action.
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Press-Telegram
California
Atomic Energy Commission
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Far West
AEC
Genevieve Stuart
Magnolia Ave
Thank My God Poem of gratitude and faith
A devotional verse thanking God for blessings courage and mercy. The speaker expresses gratitude for dreams memories and growth, noting sorrow and tears as lessons and promising lifelong service with heart and soul.
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